Martin Joseph Manning

Married Francis M. Sanford on Dec 8, 1878 in Haralson County, Georgia.

Martin or Marion Joseph "Jasper" Manning was my Great-Grandfather on my fathers side. Unfortunately, I have not been able to find his parents or their names. As you can see, even his name is under suspicion. I found the picture (above) in my grandmother's picture box, with the name "Jasper Manning" written on the back. His grandchildren always thought his name was Marion Jasper Manning, but I've found his name listed as "Martin J.", "Jasper M.", and "Joseph" in the census records. Joseph Manning was also listed on his marriage record. His tombstone simply shows "M.J. Manning" so that was no help. Even his date of birth is in question. His tombstone shows April 11, 1854, but every census record shows 1857 or 1858. I began my search through the past too late, leaving me with no one to talk to and very little to go on. I believe they came from somewhere in Georgia or Alabama, so I'm not giving up.

• Reference: Find A Grave Memorial - SmartCopy: Apr 16 2018, 21:11:04 UTC

  ---

• Reference: MyHeritage Family Trees - SmartCopy: Nov 21 2019, 3:24:43 UTC